PDF.js Viewer vulnerabilities

Plugin slug pdfjs-viewer-shortcode · 3 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2024-05-20 · WordPress.org page

Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.2 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.

0 of 3 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).

Known vulnerabilities in PDF.js Viewer

SeverityAffected versionsFixed inCVEPublishedDetails
Medium 6.4<= 2.1.8.12.2CVE-2024-43672024-05-20Advisory
Medium 6.4<= 2.1.72.1.8CVE-2022-46702023-01-10Advisory
Medium 5.4< 2.0.22.0.2CVE-2021-247592021-08-11Advisory

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Questions

Is the PDF.js Viewer plugin safe to use?

All 3 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.2 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.

How do I check which version of PDF.js Viewer my site runs?

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How do I fix a vulnerable plugin?

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